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How to open the fuel cap and fuel door of the BMW X5

Model: BMW X5 E70 - Years 2007-2013
Part: Fuel cap

Today's guide will allow us to open the fuel tank door and cap of the BMW X5, in simple and quick steps. First, unlock all the door locks from the remote control; move to the outside of the vehicle and press on the end of the fuel tank door to open it, then unscrew the cap counterclockwise to remove it, as shown in the video. Now it will be possible to refuel, then screw the cap back on until it clicks; all that's left is to close the fuel tank door!

Posted on 9 August 2025 by ScegliAuto

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